October weather forecast
Hillsview, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Hillsview, South Dakota, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). October witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

In Hillsview, the average relative humidity in October is 60%.

Rainfall

In Hillsview, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Hillsview, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.4 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Hillsview, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hillsview, South Dakota, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In Hillsview, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Hillsview experiences an average high-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and a low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 60%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Hillsview. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hillsview have in October?

In Hillsview, South Dakota, the average day length in October is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Hillsview, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Hillsview, SD

Average temperature in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in October
Hillsview, SD

Average pressure in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hillsview, SD

Average wind speed in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Hillsview, SD

Average humidity in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in October
Hillsview, SD

Average rainfall in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Hillsview, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hillsview, SD

Average snowfall in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hillsview, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Hillsview, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hillsview, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Hillsview, SD

Average UV index in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Hillsview, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in October
Hillsview, SD

Average visibility in October - Hillsview, SD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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